Impressionism
July 1, 2017

10+ Awe-Inspiring Impressionist Masterpieces Painted by Claude Monet

With a one-of-a-kind style and a pioneering approach to painting, Claude Monet is renowned as an influential Impressionist figure. Using distinctively dappled brushstrokes, a characteristically colorful range of tones, and a focus on light, the French artist created compositions that captured the essence of the movement, which first gained prominence in the 1870s. Throughout his successful career as an artist, Monet created over 2,500 works. These pieces span various mediums, including paintings, pastels, and drawings.

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Food Art
June 29, 2017

Magical Mermaid Tail Cakes Add a Tasty Touch of Fantasy to Dessert

Mermaids are currently enjoying an extra bright moment in the spotlight. The trend first caught our eye last year when dazzling sea shell-encrusted crowns transformed women into modern-day mermaids. Since then, the mythical creature’s vibrant colors and iconic fish-fin tail have been inspiration for sparkling jewelry, unconventional hair dye, and cozy craft projects. So, marrying these same charming characteristics with food makes perfect sense.

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Design
June 28, 2017

Vibrant Basketball Court Pops Up Between Two Buildings in Paris

Why play basketball on a normal court when you could shoot hoops inside a technicolor escape? French fashion brand Pigalle recently teamed up with creative agency Ill Studio and Nike to create this unique basketball court in Paris' 9th arrondissement. Sandwiched in a narrow strip between two apartment buildings, the court is covered in striking gradients of color.

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My Modern Met

Celebrating creativity and promoting a positive culture by spotlighting the best sides of humanity—from the lighthearted and fun to the thought-provoking and enlightening.